Lakers Fast Break

With the season on the line, the Lakers looked to fight off elimination as they faced off in the Western Conference Finals against the Nuggets. But after jumping out to a 15-point first -half lead, the returning problems of the third quarter reared their ugly head and even a late comeback fell short again as missed opportunities led to a season-ending 113-111 loss and a sweep at the hands of the D...

With the season now on the line and facing a sweep on Monday, "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice talks to Gage Bridgford from the Denver Stiffs about how well the Nuggets have played in the series and what has worked so well for them against the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. They also talk about the road ahead, can the Lakers make a series out of it, and if not what the...

In a crucial Game Three with the season on the line, the Lakers came into this Western Conference Finals matchup looking for a critical win against the Nuggets. But poor coaching decisions, missed free throws, and defensive lapses cost the Lakers as they end up losing 119-108 to fall down 0-3 in the series. Tune in as LRob, "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, Joe Soro of lakersbal...

It's time to get your cup of coffee with MagicMan In The Morning! Today we discuss the Game Two Lakers loss and what adjustments have to be made. Tune in as Sean Grice, Joe Soro from SynBlades.com and lakersball.com, and special guest and valued member of the Lakers Fast Break community Zangerstein share thoughts on how LA can make the changes and get this series even. We're still holding...

Game Two of the Western Conference Finals had the Lakers looking to even the series against the Nuggets. But after leading through the third quarter, a burst from Jamal Murray and some mistakes by the Lakers down the stretch and the Lakers fall in another close one to Denver 108-103 to go down 2 games to 0 in the series. Tune in as the guys from Lakers Fast Break talk about the disappointment and...

The guys are back as "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, Joe Soro of SynBlades.com/lakersball.com, and Gerald Glassford from the Lakers Fast Break recap Miami-Boston and ask if the Lakers can continue the underdog streak tomorrow in Denver. For the latest updates on the NBA Draft, head over to Stone Hansen's show, The Upside Swings NBA Draft Podcast today at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://p...

Game One of the Western Conference Finals has the Lakers heading into the Mile High City to face off against the Denver Nuggets. And despite being dominated for three quarters, the Lakers' adjustments almost got them back from a 20-point deficit as they get narrowly defeated by Denver for a 1-0 series lead. Tune in as "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, LRob, Joe Soro of laker...

It's almost time for Game One of the Western Conference Finals and the guys from Lakers Fast Break take an in-depth look at the key matchups between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers. From the spotlighted players to the X factors, the guys look at all the angles on this HUGE NBA series. Can the Lakers pull off another surprise to the so-called "experts" with another serie...

We finish off this Lakers Mother's Day Weekend as Joe Soro of lakersball.com and SynBlades.com, along with "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice and Gerald Glassford of the Lakers Fast Break chat about Game Seven of the Celtics-Sixers and how Boston matches up against Miami as a heavy favorite. plus the guys are talking about some Lakers heading into their own Conference Finals m...

Good morning and Happy Lakers Weekend as "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice and Gerald Glassford of the Lakers Fast Break celebrate a Lakers second-round victory over the Warriors and cash in the bet for some breakfast burritos. They also talk about what to look forward to starting on Tuesday as the team heads into Denver to face off against the Denver Nuggets in the Western Confe...

The Lakers and Warriors came back to the Crypt seeking a crucial win for the Lakers and a do-or-die for Golden State. But the Lakers got off to a hot start and rode a dominating defense in the second half to dismantle the Warriors dynasty and send Steph Curry and Golden State packing with a win and a 3-2 series victory. Tune in as LakerTom and Jamie Sweet from lakerholics.com , Stone Hansen of the...

The guys from Lakers Fast Break are back as they provide insight on the game sixes from Thursday night, plus an update on Anthony Davis and Andrew Wiggins, and what the Lakers need to do to close out their own Game Six against the Warriors. All this and thoughts from our panelists on their choices for the All-NBA teams. Will six be the magic number for the Lakers? Find out what Joe Soro of lakersb...

The Lakers had themselves a tall task of beating Golden State in Game Five in San Fransisco to try and close out the series. But with nothing consistently going on the offensive end, plus Anthony Davis getting hit in the head by Kevon Looney and suffering a head injury, caused the Lakers to fall short with a loss 121-106. Tune in as Stone Hansen from Upside Swings NBA Draft podcast, "MagicMan...

Welcome back to a playoff lecture within the halls of Lakers Fast Break University. As the Lakers this week move in on a possible closure of the Golden State series, we look back at Lakers-Golden State also in the Conference Semifinals and compare the series back then to how the Lakers are doing today. Tune in as Professors Joe Soro and Sean Grice, along with University Dean Gerald Glassford, desc...

The Lakers and Warriors came into a crucial Game Four looking to test each other within the confines of the Crypt. And despite a lackluster effort most of the game, the Lakers became energized by Lonnie Walker IV's 15 clutch fourth-quarter points and fended off a magnificent Steph Curry performance as the Lakers narrowly beat the Warriors 104-101. Tune in as Stone Hansen of the Upside Swings N...

It's a Lakers Weekend Night Cap as "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice and special guest Joe Soro of SynBlades.com/lakersball.com. Join us as they discuss the Lakers Game Three victory and how the team can continue that momentum into a Game Four win over the Warriors. Plus, the guys reminisce on some NFL stories, Lakers playoff history, and talk about the weekend that was in th...

In a pivotal Game Three returning to The Crypt, the Lakers and Warriors met to decide who would get an advantage in this second-round NBA playoff series. But after falling behind early, the Lakers made a huge push, and backed by their strong defense overpowered the helpless Warriors in the last two and a half quarters to dominate Golden State 127-97 to go up 2-1 in the series. Tune in as LRob, &qu...

Welcome to Magicman in the Morning! Happy Cinco De Mayo! Join Sean Grice aka Magicman, LakerNic, and Gerald Glassford as we discuss some Game Two afterthoughts and a look ahead to Saturday's Game Three! The guys talk about possible rotation changes, why we're still confident the Lakers can win the series, and what they'll do if they beat the Warriors and move onto the third round. The...

The Lakers looked to gain some momentum on their Game One win with Thursday Night Tilt in San Fransisco. But After Anthony Davis sat down at the beginning of the second quarter, the Lakers folded soon after to get blown out 127-100. Tune in as Joe Soro of lakersball.com / SynBlades.com , "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, and Gerald Glassford from the Lakers Fast Break talk about...

Joe and Gerald are back talking about what the Lakers can do for Game Two of the Second Round of the NBA Playoffs. Tune in as Jamie Sweet of lakerholics.com, Joe Soro from lakersball.com/SynBlades.com, and Gerald Glassford of Lakers Fast Break share thoughts on some of the key matchups, and since LeBron James has been struggling to be the main guy so far, can he find a way to break through with a...

Game One of the Second Round of the NBA Playoffs has the Lakers and Warriors face off at the Chase Center in San Fransisco. The Lakers fought off the Warriors' hot shooting in the first half and came back sharp in the second half. And despite blowing a 14-point lead, the Lakers got some clutch defense in the end and the Lakers pull out a victory on the road 117-112 to go up 1-0 in the series....

We're back! And on the eve of the second round of the NBA Playoffs for the Lakers and Warriors, the guys take a closer look at a couple of the keys for the Lakers on what they need to control in order to move on. Tune in as Joe Soro of SynBlades.com/lakersball.com, "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, and Gerald Glassford from the Lakers Fast Break crew share thoughts on some k...

We're back Lakers fans as we finally know who the Los Angeles Lakers will be playing in round two as the Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings to move onto the second round. Tune in as Joe Soro of lakersball.com / SynBlades.com , LakerTom of lakerholics.com , "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice, and Gerald Glassford from the Lakers Fast Break can now sit down and plan...

The Lakers came into Friday night's Game Six against the Grizzlies looking to close out the series with a win. And with Jack Nicholson returning to his accustomed seat for the first time since 2021, the Lakers proceeded to dismantle the Grizzlies with their best team effort all season as they win by Dillon Brooks's favorite number (40) 125-85. Tune in as YouTube's John Mikaelian, Laker...

Another snack pack is needed as "MagicMan in the Morning" host Sean Grice and LakerNic are back talking about the fallout of the Lakers-Grizzlies game, a preview of game six, and a recap of some of the great NBA playoff action with Miami's upset of Milwaukee, Boston and Atlanta, and the upcoming Pheonix-Denver series. Catch our LIVE Lakers Fast Break Watch Parties every game when you...